Saturday, August 1, 2015

Up to Lately

An Anklet
This custom order was for an earthy brown gemstone anklet. I used tigerskin jasper and chrysanthemum stone finished off with a sterling silver lobster claw clasp.
A Gemstone Lanyard
This request was for a multi gemstone lanyard in a long 40 inch length to accommodate height. A breakaway magnetic clasp was added at the bottom by the link by request. 
In certain work environments, a breakaway clasp is important since the lanyard can get caught on something. This way is comes off easily without injury.

 Resin
So I have worked with resin for the first time in my life! I had some of my photos printed up in wallet sizes to make them easier to work with.
Each was cut and sealed with packing tape.
So far I have only done 5 as an experiment to get comfortable. You can't see by the photo but some are not filled with enough resin....lesson learned! The resin is very shiny which makes the finish beautiful in person. 

 I was concerned there would be an issue with air bubbles. Many use a heat torch to remove bubbles but I read somewhere that simply blowing lightly on the resin will do the trick. It did! I imagine on larger pieces a torch would be needed.
I'm not happy with the composition on this one. I was going for shabby chic.
I will be trying again with a different part of the photo. The subject is a patio umbrella base with a little rustiness. 

 The project is on the back burner until I have more time to work on them when it is not super hot and humid outside! 

 Thank you for stopping by! Have a creative, fun week ahead! ~Val
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19 comments:

  1. TexWisGirlAugust 1, 2015 at 9:38 AM

    the resin items are neat! i love that earthy anklet, though. :)

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  2. UnknownAugust 1, 2015 at 7:32 PM

    very nice. It's been awful hot here too. I can only spend a few hours a day in my studio...no air conditioner downstairs, and the upstairs is a mess which I don't feel like cleaning. yet. lol

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  3. Your Invisible CrownAugust 2, 2015 at 7:13 AM

    I love the hangers, so much fun, trying out new things. My favourites are the one with the drops!

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  4. DuniAugust 2, 2015 at 7:54 AM

    I love experimenting with new materials too :) I've been admiring your work on IG.
    The breakaway clasp is a great idea! Honestly, I wish it were hot and humid here. At 50°F
    it's downright chilly!

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  5. Mami Made ItAugust 2, 2015 at 11:17 AM

    Trying out new things is fun and interesting. Never worked with resin but I am admiring those selfmade jewelries.
    Have a nice week!

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  6. Marcela GmdAugust 3, 2015 at 6:42 AM

    It is good to work with different materials!!! nice post!!!
    Have a good week!!!:)))

    Besos, desde España, Marcela♥

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  7. Glamour ZONEAugust 3, 2015 at 8:03 AM

    good work doll, they are really gorgeous.
    www.glamourzone.org

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  8. nandadeviAugust 3, 2015 at 11:41 AM

    Very beautiful work

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  9. nandadeviAugust 3, 2015 at 11:41 AM

    Very beautiful work

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  10. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 9:20 AM

    the resin picture frames are looking good! I can imagine framing all sorts of pics they look so cute!

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  11. Melissa at bubbyandbean.comAugust 5, 2015 at 10:23 AM

    I love that gem stone lanyard. So pretty!

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  12. Memories for LifeAugust 5, 2015 at 2:20 PM

    Love the fun lanyard! And your resin pieces look nice. As with anything, I'm sure there's a learning curve, but I bet you'll have this down in no time :)

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  13. Cinnamon JewelleryAugust 5, 2015 at 3:44 PM

    That's a good idea to use your photos for your resin pieces. They look great! Have fun experimenting :D

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  14. A Very Sweet BlogAugust 6, 2015 at 3:39 PM

    hey val! the jewelry you make is always beautiful. always love the special touches you give them. i don't know much about resin, but you will get it :)
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  15. KasiaAugust 7, 2015 at 8:04 PM

    Oh yes, the resin gives a lot of opportunities to experiment, and it's fun! You actually reminded me of my resin project I totally forgot about ;)

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  16. Handmade in IsraelAugust 9, 2015 at 10:16 AM

    Those resin pieces look interesting. I actually really like your last photo!

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  17. Sheryl HastingsAugust 11, 2015 at 1:12 PM

    I love these resin pieces. I think you are going to sell a lot of them! I recently bought a bunch of the resin stuff but have yet to do anything with it.

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  18. angieporelmundoAugust 12, 2015 at 3:57 AM

    ala que chulo, me ha encantado con la foto que te gusta, que guay

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  19. Magic Love CrowAugust 22, 2015 at 10:42 AM

    These are all really rocking girl!!! The photo pendants are so cool and I love the anklet and lanyard! I have to get back to my painting! Hugs ;o)

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Thank you for stopping by! I love reading visitor comments! ~Val

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